About Us

Our team thrive in our belief that if you can imagine it, you can construct it.

CDE Structures has been in business for over 22 years, however, our experienced and committed team boast expertise, skills, and business acumen of over 100 years, and together we have the knowledge and commitment to deliver superior solution focussed outcomes for our clients every time.

Our use of 3D Modelling technology gives you a competitive edge by transferring your concept into commercial realisation. With data rich information at your fingertips, you’ll be able to realise all obligations, purposes, trades, safety, and expenses before construction commences.

CDE Structures has clients across the following industries:

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Mining

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Residential

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Industrial

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Healthcare

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Commercial

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Energy

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Education

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Transport

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Public Infrastructure

Our Team

Phillip Bird

Business Owner & Founder

Business owner and founder, Phillip has over 45 years of industry experience, including 15 years specifically using Tekla software. Phillip’s qualifications Fitting Machining Trade, Mechanical Engineering Certificate, Associate Diploma Business underpin his knowledge and experience. Phillip and the team combine their experience and skills to achieve the best outcome for every project they work on.

Will Knight

Senior Draftsman

CDE Structures Senior Draftsman Will, has over 40 years’ experience in the industry. He is also a Mechanical Engineer and has 14 years’ experience using the Tekla Building Information Modelling (BIM) software at CDE Structures.
Will’s experience, combined with his dedication to our clients brings great results every time.

Jenon Nayon

Senior Draftsman

As a CDE Structures Senior Draftsman, with over 20 years relevant industry experience and a Structural Engineer – MIE (Aust), Jenon is another strong solution focused team member. Add 15 years of being an avid Tekla user, and you know you are in safe hands when working with Jenon and our team.

John McKenzie

Position

John has 20 years of industry experience, and his Toolmaking trade qualifications ensures attention to detail and the technical ability to transfer his skills across a range of industries as necessary. John has been using Tekla for 4 years at CDE Structures.

Our Vision & Mission

Our vision and mission are simple; to be the best in our business by providing cutting edge services, solutions, and outcomes for all our clients. We are driven by our experience, integrity, and commitment to bringing your concepts into reality.

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